Oschadbank increased micro-business lending by 37% in 2026
During the first half of 2026, Oschadbank provided 3.3 billion UAH in loans to micro-businesses, a 37% increase compared to the same period last year. The number of credit agreements concluded during the reporting period rose by 27%, reaching 2,596…
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Defense Forces shot down and suppressed 111 enemy UAVs
On the night of August 18, russian forces attacked Ukraine with 147 strike UAVs and decoy drones. Ukrainian air defense destroyed and suppressed 111 aerial targets.
Russia May Introduce Covert Coercive Measures Instead of Mobilization
The leadership of the Russian Federation is considering covert coercion options to increase the number of contract soldiers, avoiding official mobilization due to the risks of disrupting the social contract. The Kremlin is planning military…
Fuel prices on August 18, 2026: how much petrol, diesel, and gas cost at filling stations
As of August 18, 2026, the average cost of A-95 petrol at Ukrainian filling stations is about UAH 78.56 per litre, and diesel is UAH 92.20 per litre. The highest fuel prices are recorded at OKKO, WOG, and Socar networks.
1,469,970 Invaders Eliminated Since the Start of the War: Enemy Combat Losses as of August 18, 2026
Over the past day, 1,210 Russian servicemen and 1,962 UAVs were eliminated. Total combat losses of the enemy since the beginning of the full-scale invasion amount to 1,469,970 people.
Pig iron exports fell 72% in July
In July, Ukraine’s pig iron exports fell 72% to 51,500 tonnes. Over seven months, shipments decreased 0.55% year-on-year to 1.03 million tonnes.
